Learning about this special part of Waialua was a wonderful experience. Seeing the agricultural land being used by the hydroponics farm was inspiring, and seeing the rest of the land and how it is being renewed made me hopeful that more people will rise to the challenge to care for the area. The hike into the valley was a great one, although tiring at times. Getting a chance to take a swim was helpful. :) Although we have lost much by way of native plants and animals in the area, knowing that people continue to hike in and care for the area is nice. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful, making sure that we were all safe and comfortable as we learned and had fun. It was a wonderful day, and I canʻt wait to go back!
— Winona Farias